Distance Challange

Chicagoland Triple Crown Medals SOLD OUT in 2017! Chicagoland Triple Crown and Valley & ‘Ville medals are available WHILE SUPPLIES LAST – REGISTER EARLY!

Earn your BIG BLING by completing ONE of the following:

Valley & ‘Ville™ – The TWO-Race Challenge*
Run any distance at the Fox Valley Marathon Races on September 16 AND the Naperville Half Marathon on October 21. Complete the Valley & ‘Ville two-race challenge and you’ll earn the Valley &’Ville medal.

Valley & ‘Ville Registration Instructions

Step 1: Register for each race individually – Naperville Half Marathon and Fox Valley Marathon Races. Note: First name, last name, and date of birth must be an exact match on all registrations.Step 2: Register for the Valley and Ville two-Race Challenge (No fee required) as a part of your Naperville Half Marathon registration.Step 3: Confirm your registration within of your Naperville Half Marathon registration confirmation.

Chicagoland Triple Crown ™ Registration

Step 1: Register for each race individually- Naperville Half Marathon, Fox Valley Marathon Races, plus either the 3/25 Shamrock 5, the 7/22 10K, or any one race 10 miles or longer in the City of Chicago beginning 3/17 through 10/7.Step 2: Register for the Chicagoland Triple Crown three-race Challenge (No fee required) as a part of your Naperville Half Marathon registration.Step 3: Confirm your registration within of your Naperville Half Marathon registration confirmation.

Chicagoland Distance Challenge FAQ

How do I register for the Chicagoland Distance Challenge?Register for the Chicagoland Distance Challenge ™ during your Naperville Half Marathon registration (no fee required). Your First Name, Last Name, and Date of Birth must be an exact match in all race registrations to qualify.

Is there a cost to register for the Distance Challenge?
No, all costs for the Chicagoland Distance Challenge will be covered by the Naperville Half Marathon. This is our gift to you in recognition of your achievement! Just ONE of the many reasons that runners come back to Naperville every year.

Am I automatically registered for the Chicagoland Distance Challenge when I sign up for each race?
No. You must register for the Chicagoland Distance Challenge ™ during your Naperville Half Marathon registration (no fee required).

What if I use a different name or birth date on one of my registrations?
Contact your race director and correct your registration information for the race that is wrong. For Naperville, email us at info@naperville26.com and include the incorrect name or birthdate you used and the corrected information.

How can I confirm that I’m officially registered for the challenge and will get a medal?
Your Naperville Half Marathon confirmation will show your Chicagoland Distance Challenge registration information.

I’m already registered for Naperville? Can I still register for the Challenge?
Yes! while medals are still available, you can. Add a Challenge registration, switch up to the 3-Race, switch down to the 2-Race, or change your Chicago race as you confirm your Naperville Registration. (while still available)

Can I switch my Chicago race option, or switch between the two-race and three-race option?Yes, while medals are still available, you can. Add a Challenge registration, switch up to the 3-Race, switch down to the 2-Race, or change your Chicago race as you confirm your Naperville Registration. (while still available) Learn more.

Can I get both a two-race and three-race medal?No. You must choose either the two-race challenge or the three-race challenge when you register.

What if I don’t finish one of the races?
You must be an official finisher of each race to qualify. Official finisher status is based on on-line published results. If you do not finish your Chicago race, update your Challenge registration information and register for a different Chicago race.

If I don’t finish my Chicago race, can I still get a two-race medal?
Only if you change your Challenge registration to the 2-Race (while available).
If you’re registered for the Chicagoland Triple Crown, you must finish all three selected races to receive a medal.

When and where do I get my Chicagoland Distance Challenge medal?
Awards will be given at the Chicagoland Distance Challenge tent at the Naperville Half Marathon village.

I still have a question. What should I do?
For additional questions, send us an email at info@naperville26.com

* Must be an official finisher of each race to qualify.** Must be an official finisher of each race to qualify.*** This promotion is not affiliated with any other running events in the chicagoland area. Based on published results as of October 16, 2018. Medals awarded at the CHICAGOLAND DISTANCE CHALLENGE™ tent at the Healthy Driven Naperville Half Marathon Race Village. Medal width approximately 6″. Final medal design subject to change.